Abs Workout: Get Six-Pack Abs and Lose Belly Fat Fast

Achieving washboard abs and losing belly fat involves a combination of high-intensity cardio and core-specific challenges like the 4-week plank. Discover why crunches alone won't give you a flat stomach and how to safely target the lower abs.

Hispanic woman doing ab crunches for fitness

Beginner Exercise for Belly Fat

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Megan Smith

A beginner doesn't need a rigorous fitness routine to start firming and toning abs to help target belly fat. Practice exercises designed for beginners, at your own pace, until you feel comfortable enough to try more challenging ab workouts. This way, you'll tone your abs gradually as you increase your fitness level.